How To Fix RSODSO_UPDATE016 - Load status manually set to "started" for DataStore &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODSO_UPDATE - Messages for loading DataStore objects

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Load status manually set to "started" for DataStore &1

What causes this issue?

Due to manual changing of the quality status, no consistency check was
performed on the status tables . It may be that inconsistent data
statuses could occur.

System Response

DataStore object: &v1&
Request: &v2&
User: &v3&

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODSO_UPDATE016 - Load status manually set to "started" for DataStore &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSODSO_UPDATE016 indicates that the load status for a DataStore Object (DSO) has been manually set to "started." This typically occurs during the data loading process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data load, and the system is unable to automatically update the status.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Intervention: The load status may have been manually set to "started" by a user or an administrator, possibly due to troubleshooting or monitoring activities.
  Load Process Issues: There may be issues with the data load process itself, such as:
  
  Data source problems (e.g., connectivity issues, incorrect data formats).
  Transformation errors (e.g., issues in the transformation rules).
  Data quality issues (e.g., missing or invalid data).
  
  
  Locking Issues: The DSO might be locked by another process, preventing the load from completing successfully.
  System Performance: Performance issues in the SAP BW system could lead to delays or failures in the data load process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Load Status: Review the load status in the Data Warehousing Workbench or the process chain monitor to understand the current state of the load.
  Review Logs: Check the error logs for the specific data load process to identify any underlying issues. Look for error messages related to data extraction, transformation, or loading.
  Data Source Verification: Ensure that the data source is available and that the data is in the correct format. Validate the connection to the source system.
  Transformation Rules: Review the transformation rules to ensure they are correctly defined and that there are no errors in the mapping.
  Data Quality Checks: Perform data quality checks to ensure that the data being loaded meets the required standards.
  Release Locks: If the DSO is locked, identify the process that is holding the lock and resolve it. You may need to terminate the process or wait for it to complete.
  Restart the Load: If the issue has been resolved, you can manually restart the data load process. Ensure that the load status is set back to "ready" before doing so.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSPC (Process Chain Monitor) to monitor and manage data loads.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for specific issues related to the error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on data loading and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RSODSO_UPDATE016 error message.